1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda Prelude 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Prelude Silverado
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5850 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 98 L


 

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