2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 16 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 655 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Blackhawk | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
