1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 318 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |