1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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, both vehicles can yield 182 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3090 mm |
