2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Blazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |