1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
