1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 19 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 115 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
