2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 794 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
