1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 700 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. 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 2001 Suzuki Liana. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Liana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
