1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 519 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Metro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
