2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |