1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 2008 Toyota Venza. 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Venza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |