1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego 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 43 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 835 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
