1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Subaru XT. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Subaru XT. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | XT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
