1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 257 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Blazer | Colorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |