1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 23 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
