1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 923 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
