1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1992 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 13 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1992 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 1992 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
