1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 830 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3380 mm |
