1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
