1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1971 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Blazer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
