1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
