1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 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 |
