2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
