1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 736 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
