1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
