1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. Both 1997 Chevrolet Blazer and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer are equipped with a 4,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
