1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 821 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Murano |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |