2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 806 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Blazer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2710 mm |