1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
