1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 768 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 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
