1993 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 808 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Prelude | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Compass |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |