2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 634 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
