1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
