2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1996 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Blazer | Elise |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
