1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 31 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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.
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1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Blazer | Jetta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |