1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 891 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Patriot |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |