2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 905 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 1984 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
