1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Blazer | Guara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
