1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 39 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 604 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 2012 Honda Insight. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Insight |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |