1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1929 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 2010 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Prelude | Yukon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 148 L |