1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Supra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |