1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laurel | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
