1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 5 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 306. 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 306 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
