1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
