1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover

To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 750 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 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Blazer 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Blazer ALL-NEW Range Rover
Year Released 1988 2013
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2013 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 158 HP 370 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 2220 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1835 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2922 mm


 

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