1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |