1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
