1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 23 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 580 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 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Prelude | S-10 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3130 mm |