1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 20 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 88 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.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Primera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
