1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 390 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 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Venza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2775 mm |