1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |