1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2624 mm |
