1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 10 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Blazer | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
