1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 798 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |