1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 410 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
