1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Blazer | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
