1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 379 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
