1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Focus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
