1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 22 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
