1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
