1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 18 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CRX weights approximately 160 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | CRX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
