1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Jeep |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |