1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
