1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 554 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Blazer | Kyron |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |