1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 631 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Blazer | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
