1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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 112 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. 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 1993 Nissan Serena. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Serena |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |