1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |