1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |