1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 196 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Blazer 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Blazer Tundra
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5010 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 209 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 545 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3710 mm