1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 324 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Camry |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |