1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Honda City

To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 860 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda City has manual transmission. 2003 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chevrolet Blazer 2003 Honda City
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Blazer City
Year Released 1976 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4092 cc 1341 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm


 

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