1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 905 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
