2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 29 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
