1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
