1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 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, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
