1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 551 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |