2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 434 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Blazer | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
