1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 545 kg more than 1963 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
