1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 7 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 728 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1997 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Blazer | 400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
