2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 281 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |
