1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
