1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 268 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |