1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 855 kg more than 1982 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Venture | Prelude |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |