1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia 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 58 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Silvia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |