1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Life |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2090 mm |