1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
