2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 940 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Atom | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
