1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 17 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 25 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Blazer | Tribute |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |