1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 21 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 20 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
