1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Blazer | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |