2008 Acura TSX vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 606 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TSX | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
