1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 634 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 2013 Honda Insight. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Insight |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
