1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
