1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 123 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
