1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
