1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | CR-V |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |