1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 6 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 316 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | 220 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
