1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 530 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2748 mm |
