1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Blazer | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
