1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Silvia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |