1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 10 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, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 80 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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 (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | NSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
