1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
