1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 543 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Honda Prelude 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Honda Jeep
Model Prelude Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1990 1995
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1958 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 112 HP 225 HP
Torque 157 Nm 407 Nm
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 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2700 mm


 

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