1977 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | 1000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |