2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 16 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 855 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 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
