1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Viper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
