1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 19 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 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 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Blazer | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2596 mm |
