1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 19 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 2005 Saturn Relay 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Prelude | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Prelude | Relay |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |