1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
