1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
