1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Celica |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |