1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |