1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 635 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 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |