1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 284 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Blazer | Toronado |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |