1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Saab 90

To start off, both 1984 Chevrolet Blazer and 1984 Saab 90 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Chevrolet Blazer 1984 Saab 90
Make Chevrolet Saab
Model Blazer 90
Year Released 1984 1984
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2470 mm


 

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