1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 573 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Blazer | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |