1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 4 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Prairie |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |