1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 679 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
