1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
