1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 622 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.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
