1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |