1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 188 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 Nissan Quest. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Blazer 2013 Nissan Quest
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Blazer Quest
Year Released 1988 2013
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5010 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 208 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.5 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 2072 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3000 mm