1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Laurel |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |