1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. 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 (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Venture |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
