2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
