1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
