1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3240 mm |