2009 BMW 118 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 19 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
