1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
