1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
