1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 850 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |