2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
