2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 1988 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
