1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 229 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
