1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Verossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
