1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 760 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Typhoon | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
