1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Datsun | Honda |
| Model | 100A Cherry | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
