1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 873 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 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Prelude | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3060 mm |
