1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 29 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 402 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Blazer 2001 Nissan X-Trail
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Blazer X-Trail
Year Released 1972 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1404 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm


 

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