1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 30 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
