2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
