2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tracker | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
