2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tahoe | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |