1998 Nissan President vs. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | President | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
