1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 374 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
