1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 446 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
