1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Toyota Century.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Century |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |