1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 157 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Cube |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
