1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 14 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Azera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
