1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3380 mm |
