1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 23 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, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Blazer | MDX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
