1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 558 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5. 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 Samsung SM5. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Samsung |
| Model | Blazer | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
