1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 430 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 Lincoln Town Car. 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 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Blazer | Town Car |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |