1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |
