1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 920 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Violet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
