1994 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
