1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
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 Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
