1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 5 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, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | SC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
