1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 454 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
