1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
