1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 960 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
