1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 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 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Spyker |
| Model | Blazer | C8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
