1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 763 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
