2004 GMC Savana vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana is newer by 15 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1432 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
