1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 727 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Prelude | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |