1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
