1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 22 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 13 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 351 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Savana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
