1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 20 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 16 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Blazer | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
