1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour 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 62 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 673 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Contour |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |