2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
