1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 38 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.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
