1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 31 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |