1973 Honda Z vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Prelude weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
