1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 607 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.

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 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Blazer Touareg
Year Released 1991 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 2137 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4796 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1941 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2893 mm


 

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