1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
