1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 56 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
