1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | MR2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |