1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Honda Legend

To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 1989 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Blazer Legend
Year Released 1991 1989
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2674 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2770 mm


 

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