2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
