1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1010 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Patrol |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |