1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 16 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
