1975 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
