1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Blazer | Korando |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |