1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 408 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |