1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Blazer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |