1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 408 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Celica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |