1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion 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 71 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 895 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Orion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
