1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 13 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 586 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
