2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 399 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
