2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
