1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 22 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |