1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 604 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.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Sienna |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |