1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3246 mm |
