1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica 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 145 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
