1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 52 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 919 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Gol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
