1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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, 1986 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Prelude | Integra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
