2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1247 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
