1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Blazer | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
