1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri 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 30 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 805 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Capri |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
