1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Colt. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Blazer | Colt |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |