2001 GMC Safari vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 850 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Prelude |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |