1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 650 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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 (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
