1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 20 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, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 153 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Blazer | tC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
