1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | 280 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
