1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Solara |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |