1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
