1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Blazer and 1988 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Blazer | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |