1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. 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) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
