1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Camry |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |