1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 76 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
