1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 33 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
