1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
