2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4293 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
