1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 268 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3350 mm |
