1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 660 kg more than 2012 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
