1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 8 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 50 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |
