1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 23 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Prelude | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
