1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 163 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Jazz |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5009 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |