1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 394 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Armada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
