1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Camry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
