1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 854 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |