1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 446 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Blazer |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |