1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 23 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Liberty. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2695 mm |
