1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota GT1 has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
