1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2645 mm |
