1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 11 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Supra |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |