1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
