1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 840 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |