1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |