1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2703 mm |
