2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
