2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Blazer | Volare |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |