2001 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 22 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, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Blazer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |