1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Levante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
