1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 745 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
