1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 484 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |