1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |