1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
