2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Cedric. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | TrailBlazer | Cedric |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2740 mm |