1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2001 Saab 9-X 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 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 9-X has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 9-X will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Blazer | 9-X |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
