1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
