1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |