1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
