1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 645 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude. 2000 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Prelude | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |