1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 960 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Express |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3440 mm |
