1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 795 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
