1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 24 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, 2012 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TL. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Blazer | TL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
