1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1987 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |