1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is newer by 20 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 weights approximately 425 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 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (210 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | Willys 2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2420 mm |
