2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 516 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
