2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 456 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
