1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 371 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Prelude | Silverado |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |