1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 787 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
