1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 16 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Blazer | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
