1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |