1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
