1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 930 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
