1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 25 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |