1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |