1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |