1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 174 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3378 mm |
