1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 804 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Blazer | Jimny |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |