1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |