1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2001 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 13 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 76 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.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Blazer | QX4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |