1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 11 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 91 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Getz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
