1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
