1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
