1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
