1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 910 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.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2580 mm |
