1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 779 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Blazer | Colorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |