2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 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 | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |