1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 955 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Prelude |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |