1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 134 kg more than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |