2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 750 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
