1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 96 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
