1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 298 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 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Blazer | CTS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
