1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
