1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Blazer | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |