2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 19 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 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Express | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1958 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |