1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 50 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 997 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
