1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 605 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
