1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 11 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 634 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. 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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
