1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Blazer | 400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |