1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Cresta |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |