1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | Prelude | Discovery |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |