1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 687 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |