1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 745 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
