1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Prelude |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |