1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Consorte | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
