1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Prelude |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |