1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 755 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chevrolet Blazer 2000 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Blazer Corolla
Year Released 1987 2000
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 71.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2480 mm


 

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