1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 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. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
