1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity

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 Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 524 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 Celebrity. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Blazer 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Blazer Celebrity
Year Released 1988 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5010 cc 2471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm


 

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