1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer 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 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
