1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
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 Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
