2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1974 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 549 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 1974 Toyota Corona
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model TrailBlazer Corona
Year Released 2009 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 281 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 276 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2510 mm


 

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