2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 346 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
