1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
