1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 694 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Xterra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 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 | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |