1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon 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 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 26 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (132 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 341 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 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 1996 Plymouth Neon. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 1996 Plymouth Neon 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. 1996 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Blazer | Neon |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |