1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1968 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru FF-1. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru FF-1 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru FF-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |