1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 33 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Navara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3210 mm |
