1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 27 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1065 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
