1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
