1977 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Blazer. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
