1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 725 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
