1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 85 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
