1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1674 mm |
