1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 53 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
