2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Traverse | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
