1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 529 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
