1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Laser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
