1979 Seat 124 vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 124 | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | 124 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |