1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Honda Insight

To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 690 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chevrolet Blazer 2000 Honda Insight
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Blazer Insight
Year Released 1994 2000
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 994 cc
Engine Type in-line electric
Horse Power 158 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 123 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2460 mm


 

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