1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |
