1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Legend |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
