1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
