1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 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 22 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
