1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Blazer | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3170 mm |
