1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 19 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
