1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Nissan Crew

To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Blazer and 1998 Nissan Crew were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chevrolet Blazer 1998 Nissan Crew
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Blazer Crew
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1470 mm


 

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