1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Blazer | H1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
