1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 2352 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 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Prelude | H1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 195 L |
