1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 384 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |