1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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 38 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
