1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. 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 35 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
