1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Murano |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |