1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Citi |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
