1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is newer by 24 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser.
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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
