1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 775 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
