2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 15 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
