1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3048 mm |
