1972 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Today |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
