1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 21 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 870 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Z 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 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
