1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 40 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 812 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.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | NV |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3711 mm |
