1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
