1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 28 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), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 912 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.
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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |