2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier 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 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rainier | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
