1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Jetta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |