1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Toyota Publica | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Publica | Blazer |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |