2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 341 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
