1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
