1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 33 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Altima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |