1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 847 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Prelude | Equinox |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |