1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota MR2. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | MR2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |