1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 149 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
