1999 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (156 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 654 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
