1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 3 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
