2001 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
