2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 693 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
