2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 19 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 72 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
