1983 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 564 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Blazer. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1983 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1983 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
