1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 12 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda MPV. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | MPV |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
