2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |