1977 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Jimmy 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, 1977 GMC Jimmy (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 1977 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
