1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
