1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 909 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Equator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
