1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Blazer and 1988 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |