1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 565 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 1978 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 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 | 242 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
