1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
