1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 22 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 944 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 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
