1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |