1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 895 kg more than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Elan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
