1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 17 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, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Blazer | tC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
