1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |