1989 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 926 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude. 2006 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
