1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 8 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | APV | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
