1982 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 232 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
