1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Laurel |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |