1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 408 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
