1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 17 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 74 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
