1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Blazer | Colorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |