2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 895 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |