1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Silvia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |