1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 56 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 2006 Honda Pilot
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Blazer Pilot
Year Released 1991 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm