1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Armada |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |