1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 456 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
