1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 280 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Prelude | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |