1988 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Accord | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
