1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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 20 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 281 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 2013 Honda Civic. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |