1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
