1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1004 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 Terrano 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 Terrano 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 Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Terrano |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |