1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 715 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
