1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 22 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, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
