1995 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 309 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
