1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 474 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Sentra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |