1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 189 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.
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, 1997 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Prelude | EL |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2619 mm |