2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
