2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
