1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Blazer | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
