1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Blazer and 1997 Hyundai Marcia were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Marcia. 1997 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
