1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Nissan Primera

To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Blazer and 1997 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 96 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Blazer 1997 Nissan Primera
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Blazer Primera
Year Released 1997 1997
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1400 mm


 

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