1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 642 kg more than 1986 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2042 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
