1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 244 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Outback |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |