1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 80 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 710 kg more than 1983 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 1983 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
