1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 692 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2888 mm |
