1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
