2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 859 kg more than 1993 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Prelude |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |