2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon 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 Yukon 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 Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
