1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Legend |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
