1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan 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.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Milan. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Milan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
