1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2010 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) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
