1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1

To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.

Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1979 Chevrolet Blazer 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Blazer R 390 GT1
Year Released 1979 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 129 HP 543 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1098 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm