1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | CR-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |