1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 85 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 845 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Laurel |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |