1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 825 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
