1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara 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 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Solara. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara 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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Solara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |