1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 11 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1023 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Blazer | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1090 mm |
