1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 711 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (315 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Murano |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |