1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
