1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
