1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 8 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, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 119 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Contour |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
