1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 10 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Serena. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Serena |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
