1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 27 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |