1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |