1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 17 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Delica Space Gear |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2810 mm |