1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 96 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 43 kg more than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
