1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 645 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 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1995 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:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
