1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Blazer | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
