1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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. 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 11 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 36 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Blazer | Musso |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |