1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Blazer and 1991 Volkswagen Corrado were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Blazer Corrado
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2480 mm


 

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