1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 34 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |