1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 791 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
