1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 122 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
