2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Blazer | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |