1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 664 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Blazer | H3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3420 mm |
