1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 37 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Frontier |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |