1970 Honda Z vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 459 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
