1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon. 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 1990 Eagle Talon. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Blazer | Talon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
