1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Blazer 1972 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Blazer Corolla
Year Released 1990 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2471 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2340 mm


 

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