1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, 2001 Nissan Alpha is newer by 12 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, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (359 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Alpha |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
