2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 449 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
