1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 954 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina 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 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Carina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
