1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 614 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 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 | 1186 kg |