1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Prelude | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Prelude | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |