1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 20 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3120 mm |
