1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 242 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2919 mm |
