1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 24 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, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Blazer | TL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
