1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 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 113 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 945 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
