1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 21 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 520 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Hilux |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3090 mm |