1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 335 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 1998 Jeep 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, 1998 Jeep 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 1998 Jeep 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. 1998 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |