1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Blazer | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
