2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
