1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 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 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
