1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 224 kg more than 1988 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Compass |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |