1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Century |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
