1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
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1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |