1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 342 kg more than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DeVille | Blazer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |