1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 685 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Blazer 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Blazer Range Rover
Year Released 1979 2003
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4091 cc 4396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2515 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 2200 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2890 mm


 

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