1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 471 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Quest |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |