1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 28 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 482 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Altima |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
