1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 674 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 Honda S500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | S500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |