1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 623 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.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Savana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
