1980 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1788 kg more than 1980 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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:
| 1980 Honda Prelude | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Honda | Land Rover |
| Model | Prelude | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
