1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 12 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |