1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 19 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
