2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 286 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
