2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
