1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Armada |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3140 mm |