2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 602 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nubira | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
