1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 829 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Blazer | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
