1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Blazer 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 105 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 27 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
