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 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 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 304 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 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 | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1611 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 |
