1997 Mazda Levante vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 9 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Levante | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
