2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
