1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon 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 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Blazer | Neon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
