1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 15 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 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 906 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Blazer | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
