1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 885 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Prelude | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
