1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |