2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 212 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Toyota Supra (351 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
