1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Century |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |