1974 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 636 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Primera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
