2001 Acura EL vs. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | EL | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
