2008 Acura TL vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
