1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX. 1996 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | SVX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
