1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 101 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Micra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
