1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL is newer by 2 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 60 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 Saturn SL. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Blazer | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
