1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 532 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
