2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2610 mm |
