1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 11 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 21 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Prelude | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
