1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 32 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion xD weights approximately 300 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, 2010 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Prelude | xD |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
