2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sonoma | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
