1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Durango |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
