1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 23 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 329 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Armada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
