1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
