1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Peugeot Touareg
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 925 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. 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, 1996 Peugeot Touareg (264 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm). This means 1996 Peugeot Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Peugeot Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 875 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
