1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
