1970 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1970 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Prelude |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |