1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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 (242 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Blazer | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 242 Nm | 227 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |