1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, both 1986 Chevrolet Blazer and 1986 Honda Prelude were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Prelude |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |