1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2570 mm |
