1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 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 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 44 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 41 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
