1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 695 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |