1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 745 kg more than 1990 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Blazer |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2560 mm |