1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Blazer and 1988 Ford Meteor were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 137 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Meteor |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |