1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 626 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.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1435 mm |
