1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 102 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 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2712 mm |
