1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
