1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 875 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1968 Vauxhall Viva has manual transmission. 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Blazer | Viva |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |