1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 519 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | NSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
