1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
