1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 18 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Avalon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |