1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
