1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 594 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Prelude |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |