1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 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 120 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Blazer | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |
