2000 GMC Savana vs. 1982 Honda Prelude

To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 18 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1355 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.

Because 2000 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Savana 1982 Honda Prelude
Make GMC Honda
Model Savana Prelude
Year Released 2000 1982
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 1829 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 107 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 172 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 15 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 61 L