1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 2001 Subaru Impreza.
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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Impreza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |