1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Guara | Blazer |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |