1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 504 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
