1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |