1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 900 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
